Residential Property Manager with Growth Focus

Collins Bateman Commercial Property; South Australia; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Collins Bateman Commercial Property is seeking a Property Manager/BDM to oversee a residential portfolio and drive new business growth. You will maintain landlord and tenant relationships, conduct inspections, manage lease processes, and ensure compliance with SA tenancy laws.

The role combines hands‑on property management with proactive business development, including rental appraisals, proposals, and referrals.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in residential property management.
• Solid understanding of South Australian residential tenancy legislation.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and relationship‑building skills.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage competing priorities.
• Proactive approach to problem solving and maintenance management.
• Interest in business development and growing a rent roll.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team.

Responsibilities

• Manage an established residential property portfolio with landlords and tenants.
• Conduct routine, ingoing and outgoing property inspections.
• Monitor rental arrears and ensure timely follow‑up.
• Coordinate repairs and maintenance with landlords, tenants and tradespeople.
• Prepare and manage lease agreements, renewals, rent reviews and related documents.
• Conduct rental open inspections and oversee tenant applications, screening and selection.
• Manage bond refunds and represent landlords at SACAT hearings when required.
• Ensure compliance with South Australian residential tenancy legislation.
• Deliver exceptional customer service through clear, consistent communication.
• Identify opportunities to grow the agency's residential rent roll.
• Build and maintain relationships with prospective landlords and existing clients.
• Conduct rental appraisals and prepare property management proposals.
• Follow up new enquiries and convert prospects into managements.

Skills

Property management

Communication

Negotiation

Relationship-building

Organisational skills

Business development

Problem-solving

Education

South Australian real estate registration

Tools

PropertyMe

Job description

Collins Bateman Commercial Property is seeking a Property Manager/BDM to oversee a residential portfolio and drive new business growth. You will maintain landlord and tenant relationships, conduct inspections, manage lease processes, and ensure compliance with SA tenancy laws.

The role combines hands‑on property management with proactive business development, including rental appraisals, proposals, and referrals.